八月 15, 2019

Protein has been in the spotlight for a long time, especially since carbohydrates have been increasingly shunned with the rise of the keto diet, Atkins diet, South Beach Diet and more. While public favor for different nutrients may fluctuate periodically, the reality is that each nutrient is important for overall health, and all should be included as part of a balanced diet. All About Protein So what’s so great about protein? Do you need to be drinking smoothies with protein powder or snacking on protein bars? Just because a dieting trend is popular doesn’t mean you have to follow it, of course. Then again, more protein in your diet may be a smart move. Before making any changes, first review the following basic facts all about protein. What is Protein and What Does it Do? Protein is an essential macronutrient (like carbohydrates and fat) made from 20 different amino acids, which are composed of nitrogen, hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen. Our bodies can make some amino acids, but there are nine essential amino acids that must come from food. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, hundreds of amino acids link to form long chains, and the sequence of that chain determines the protein’s unique function.

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八月 13, 2019

While Bowflex’s Max Trainer is a huge hit in home gyms, did you know that Octane Fitness now makes the MTX and MT8000 Max Trainer models for health clubs and fitness facilities? These machines have been winning fans fast, not only because of the simple design and intuitive movement patterns, but also because they are low-impact but can be very high intensity. That means you can work hard enough to enjoy results, but without all the pounding on the joints that can lead to discomfort and fatigue. Plus, let’s face it. You probably can benefit from greater variety in your workout routine, where its easy to habitually repeat the same exercises over and over. If you’ve hit a plateau, or your motivation is flagging, the Max Trainer can spark new life into your regimen, which then can kick start results and adherence. With that, here are the top 10 reasons why you should try the Max Trainer. While we may be a bit biased, of course, these are rock-solid reasons to get moving on a fun machine at the gym. Why You Should Try the Max Trainer

1. Simple to use: Just get on and go, without having to figure out multiple adjustments or wade through complicated settings or programming.

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